The Professional & Direct Hire Division of Spherion Mid Ohio is seeking a Compliance & Product Integrity Manager to join our client's team in Ashland County, Ohio. This highly collaborative and technical role offers $58K - $100K + bonus potential and full range benefits.
This is not a siloed compliance role— this position is deeply integrated into product development, global manufacturing, retail compliance, and supply chain operations. You'll work across departments, partnering with teams in the U.S. and overseas, ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance at every stage of the process.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Serve as a key technical advisor in product development, assessing materials for safety, durability, and compliance.
- Work closely with overseas teams, ensuring factories meet regulatory and ethical manufacturing standards.
- Manage compliance audits, factory evaluations, and environmental impact assessments.
- Partner with sales, marketing, and procurement teams to align compliance strategies with business goals.
- Oversee licensor requirements, retail compliance, and industry certifications.
- Ensure adherence to age grading standards, material regulations, and product safety laws.
- Utilize ERP and database-driven systems to track and manage compliance processes.
- Lead a team of three, providing guidance and expertise in compliance best practices.
What It Takes to Succeed / Required to Have:
- Minimum 3-5 years of direct experience in toy or product compliance.
- Minimum of 2+ years in a leadership capacity.
- Strong background in environmental regulations, safety standards, and material compliance.
- Knowledge of age grading requirements and international safety standards.
- ERP system experience and ability to work within database-driven environments.
- Exceptional cross-functional collaboration—this role works closely with teams across the company and internationally.
- Background in chemistry, materials science, or trade compliance is a plus.
- Prior experience in toy manufacturing, consumer goods, or a related industry is highly preferred.
What's in It for You?
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with company match
- Generous PTO package
- Be part of a dynamic, growing company at the forefront of product innovation
If you're looking for a fast-paced, highly collaborative role where you can have a direct impact on product safety and integrity, this is the opportunity for you. Apply today!